Northern Lights Sometimes Visible Over Surprising UK Locations
On the clearest nights and during strong solar activity, the aurora occasionally reaches much further south than people expect.
The Northern Lights are most often associated with Scandinavia, but on the clearest nights they sometimes become visible across the UK.
Scotland and northern England are most likely to spot the aurora, but during strong solar activity, sightings have been reported as far south as Cornwall.
Photographers often capture the lights more clearly than the naked eye can see them.
Dark-sky sites are increasingly popular destinations for those hoping to glimpse the aurora.
Forecasters can give short-notice predictions when conditions are likely to be favourable.
Many people describe seeing the lights as a quiet, almost meditative experience.
On the right night, even a familiar back garden can become an unexpected viewpoint.